DR. SHANITHA N

Consultant & Senior Resident
Department of ENT

MBBS, DNB ENT, MNAMS

Languages Spoken

English, Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil

Experience

5 Years

For Appointment

0474 2729393, 0474 2729293, 0474 3509393, 0474 2721999, 9496383838

Meet Dr. Shanitha N

Committed Specialist | Putting Patients First, Always

Biography

Dr. Shanitha N is a skilled ENT Surgeon with over five years of experience in diagnosing and managing a wide range of complex disorders of the ear, nose, and throat, with particular expertise in Otology and Rhinology.

She currently serves as a Senior Resident at Travancore Medical College, where she is recognized for her proficiency in managing both elective and emergency ENT cases. Her patient-centred approach, sound clinical judgment, and commitment to delivering high-quality care have earned her the trust of both patients and colleagues.

Prior to joining Travancore Medical College, Dr. Shanitha worked as an ENT Consultant at Vikram ENT Hospital and Research Institute, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, where she completed her Senior Residency and gained valuable experience in advanced ENT procedures and comprehensive patient management.

Further strengthening her clinical expertise, Dr. Shanitha completed a Fellowship in Advanced Otolaryngology and also served at Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam, where she managed a broad spectrum of routine and complex ENT conditions.

With a strong academic background and a commitment to continuous professional development, Dr. Shanitha is dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate, and personalized ENT care to patients across all age groups.

+ Otolaryngology
+ Neurotology
+ Rhinology

+ Minor procedures-flexible and rigid endoscopy
+ Emergency procedures-foreign body removal
+ Elective procedures like myringotomy, adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy, septoplasty, fess, tympanoplasty, cortical mastoidectomy

+ MBBS from Travancore Medical College, Kollam [2009-2014]
+ DNB ENT from Malabar Institute of Medical Science, Kerala [2016-2019]
+ Shetty - Pymann Fellowship from Vikram ENT Hospital & research Institute, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

+ AOI Kerala, MNAMS

Patient Stories

Travancore Medicity, in association with Wisdom NGO, organised a CPR training programme for Kollam District Police to enhance awareness and practical knowledge of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). The programme focused on equipping participants with essential life-saving skills to respond effectively during cardiac emergencies.

A week-long celebration was conducted from 19–23 October 2026, featuring the “Germs Travel” awareness initiative to spread awareness about the transmission of germs. The programme also included a CME session, HIPC-related quiz activities, and prize distribution to the winners, highlighting the importance of infection prevention and patient safety.

Kollam’s first apheresis service was inaugurated at the Department of Transfusion Medicine by District Collector Smt. Ani Jula Thomas IAS. Apheresis is an advanced medical procedure that separates specific components of blood, such as plasma, platelets or white blood cells, and collects the required component while returning the remaining blood components to the donor or patient. This milestone expands access to specialised transfusion medicine services in the district.

A significant milestone in advanced healthcare, Kollam’s first bone marrow transplant marks a major step forward in the treatment of patients with blood disorders. This achievement brings renewed hope to patients and their families, expanding access to specialised transplant care in the region.

As part of its community outreach initiatives, the Department of Healthcare Infection Prevention and Control (HIPC) conducted a CPR training programme at Rama Varma Club, to raise awareness and equip participants with essential life-saving skills. The session highlighted the importance of timely intervention and basic emergency response during cardiac emergencies.

The Department of Rheumatology conducted an awareness programme on 14 October 2026 to promote awareness of rheumatic diseases, their early symptoms, and available treatment options. The programme highlighted the importance of early diagnosis and effective management of rheumatological conditions.

The Department of Geriatrics at Travancore Medicity organised the “Celebration of Ageing” programme as part of the observance of World Senior Citizens Day. The initiative focused on promoting healthy ageing and improving the well-being of senior citizens, with blood tests conducted for 25 beneficiaries based on medical recommendations.

As part of World Sight Day observance, a quiz competition and a poster designing competition were conducted to promote awareness about eye health and the importance of vision care. The activities encouraged participants to enhance their knowledge of eye health and express their understanding through creative ideas.

Kollam: Travancore Medical College hosted “TMC MSK – From Imaging to Intervention” on October 3–4, attracting 97 delegates. Quilon Trust Secretary Shri. A. Abdul Salam inaugurated the workshop, emphasising radiology’s vital role in clinical practice. Sessions highlighted ultrasound as a rapid, accessible and affordable tool for assessing the shoulder, elbow and ankle and guiding interventions.

Programme Coordinator Dr. Ramesh S. Shenoy, Dr. Amel Antony, Lt. Col. Balachandran Nair and Academic Coordinator Dr. Jinu, together with other faculty members, conducted the sessions. Dr. Judy Mary Kurian, Head of the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Kerala IRIA State Secretary, served as Organising Chairperson, while Dr. Hijas Mukthar, Interventional Radiologist, served as Organising Secretary.

Kollam, September 20, 2026: SIG Aesthetics CME 2026, themed “Face Forward – The Future of Aesthetic Injection,” was conducted at Travancore Medicity, Kollam, under the aegis of IADVL, IADVL Academy and IADVL Derma Club Kollam.

The academic programme focused on recent advances in aesthetic injectable procedures, covering applied facial anatomy, botulinum toxin treatment strategies, filler selection and rheology, risk zones and complications, and midface rejuvenation.

An expert panel discussion on “When Aesthetic Injections Go Wrong – Recognition, Rescue & Prevention” provided an interactive platform for discussing complications and their management. The programme concluded with a hands-on workshop on anatomy, assessment and injection strategy, offering participants practical exposure to contemporary approaches in aesthetic medicine.

The CME brought together experts and delegates for an engaging academic exchange, with emphasis on safe, systematic and patient-centred aesthetic practice.